Come Work With Us!

Our campus is always evolving at the Alberta University of the Arts, and here you’ll find yourself surrounded by the connoisseurs of Calgary’s contemporary culture. At the AUArts Students’ Association you’ll be working with a group of innovative, quirky, passionate, and hard-working creatives committed to providing AUArts’ student body with unique opportunities to enhance their sense of well-being, develop their professional skills, and establish a strong presence in the culture of the institution. Together, we continuously find ways to build on the strengths of our programs, boost our support services, and advocate for an exceptional student experience.

Be on the pulse of Calgary’s creative community and work with Alberta’s up and coming cultural innovators!

SHOW + SALE COORDINATOR

The AUArts SA Show + Sale (S+S) Coordinator is responsible for supporting the professional development of students by ensuring the successful operations of our Show + Sale events.

Core Objectives…

The Show + Sale Coordinator contributes to the organization by fulfilling the following objectives:

Overseeing the day-to-day operations of the S+S initiatives including the responsible fiscal management of the budget

Promoting S+S programming with the goal of supporting community engagement

Ensuring that programming procedures are conducted in an equitable manner and that programming is accessible to the membership

Coordinating all logistical and programming initiatives provided to the student body as related to the Show + Sale events

Provide guidance to artists and volunteers in the installation of work using safe and secure handling procedures and techniques

Miscellaneous

Write reports as requested to present to the Executive Director, Executive Committee, and/or Student Leadership Council

Be able to work independently yet cooperatively with members of staff to ensure quality performance

Complete other duties as assigned by the Program Manager

Support general office visitor interaction

Who You Are…

Here at the AUArts SA we’ve worked hard to develop a culture we are proud to be a part of, and if you can say yes to a few of these things you might be proud to be a part of it too…

Equity & Diversity – Are you willing to consciously create room for respectful dialogue surrounding issues of equity and diversity? Pursuing a creative life takes guts! We’ve got a diverse, spunky, progressive, and outspoken community here at AUArts, and we are always looking for ways to self-reflect and incorporate socially just practices in our workplace.

Collaboration & Empowerment – Do you believe in bringing other people up, supporting your co-workers’ success, and finding ways to work together to accomplish your goals? From start to finish we are constantly learning from each other and finding ways to practice gratitude and celebrate the victories, both big and small.

Inspiration & Innovation – Are you excited to put your ideas on the table, take the risk and try something new even if you might fail? We love a good brainstorming session, and are always open to incorporating fresh ideas into our programs and services.

Qualifications…

Education background with a focus on art, design, craft, event planning, project management or related areas considered an asset

Experience and interest in non-profit artist run culture, career development, arts education, and program administration

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of diverse communities

Highly competent skills in the use of office software and social media platforms such as Word, Excel, Facebook, Adobe Creative Suite and WordPress

Speaking and writing in second/third languages are considered an asset

The Perks…

Flexible and accommodating office schedule

Professional development opportunities covered by AUArts SA

Staff appreciation events

$15.00-17.00 per hour based on level of experience

Maximum of 40 hours per month

Apply Now!

If we’ve caught your eye and you’d like to apply for this position send a resume and cover letter that helps us get to know you better, and please also ensure you specify which job you’re applying for and why you think you’d be a good fit for our team.

Come Work With Us!

Our campus is always evolving at the Alberta University of the Arts, and here you’ll find yourself surrounded by the connoisseurs of Calgary’s contemporary culture. At the AUArts Students’ Association you’ll be working with a group of innovative, quirky, passionate, and hard-working creatives committed to providing AUArts’ student body with unique opportunities to enhance their sense of well-being, develop their professional skills, and establish a strong presence in the culture of the institution. Together, we continuously find ways to build on the strengths of our programs, boost our support services, and advocate for an exceptional student experience.

Be on the pulse of Calgary’s creative community and work with Alberta’s up and coming cultural innovators!

PEER RESIDENCY COORDINATOR

The AUArts SA Peer Residency Coordinator is responsible for supporting the professional and personal development of students by ensuring the successful operations of our peer-run artist residency.

Core Objectives…

The Peer Residency Coordinator contributes to the organization by fulfilling the following objectives:

Overseeing the day-to-day operations of Hear/d residency initiatives including the responsible fiscal management of the budget

Promoting Hear/d programming with the goal of supporting community engagement

Ensuring that programming procedures are conducted in an equitable manner and that programming is accessible to the membership

Assigned Duties…

Residency Preparation

Support the on-boarding process for residency peer mentors

Ensure that job descriptions are current and dates of employment are updated in job postings

Submit required communications requests to the communications team to disseminate information

Facilitate the interview process for peer mentor(s) and the documentation coordinator

Supervise the peer mentor(s) throughout their term of employment

Provide required training sessions for the peer mentor(s) in advance of the first residency meeting

Coordinate and facilitate regular check-ins to be informed of challenges and concerns

Ensure that all required documents are updated prior to disseminating the call for residency application submissions

Update the working documents for related media content and ensure all information is sent to the communications team

Facilitate a jury process to review residency applications

Work with the peer mentor(s) to source visiting guests as appropriate

Ensure communications platforms and materials are prepared for mentors in advance of the residency start date

Exhibition Logistics

Create the installation and take down schedule in collaboration with the peer mentor(s)

Coordinate the logistical aspects of the Hear/d Residency concluding exhibition

Write reports as requested to present to the Program Manager, Executive Director, Executive Committee, and/or Student Leadership Council

Be able to work independently yet cooperatively with members of staff to ensure quality performance

Complete other duties as assigned by the Program Manager

Support general office visitor interaction

Who You Are…

Here at the AUArts SA we’ve worked hard to develop a culture we are proud to be a part of, and if you can say yes to a few of these things you might be proud to be a part of it too…

Equity & Diversity – Are you willing to consciously create room for respectful dialogue surrounding issues of equity and diversity? Pursuing a creative life takes guts! We’ve got a diverse, spunky, progressive, and outspoken community here at AUArts, and we are always looking for ways to self-reflect and incorporate socially just practices in our workplace.

Collaboration & Empowerment – Do you believe in bringing other people up, supporting your co-workers’ success, and finding ways to work together to accomplish your goals? From start to finish we are constantly learning from each other and finding ways to practice gratitude and celebrate the victories, both big and small.

Inspiration & Innovation – Are you excited to put your ideas on the table, take the risk and try something new even if you might fail? We love a good brainstorming session, and are always open to incorporating fresh ideas into our programs and services.

Qualifications…

Education background with a focus on art, design, craft, social work, mental health, or related areas considered an asset

Highly competent skills in the use of office software and social media platforms such as Word, Excel, Facebook, Adobe Creative Suite and WordPress

Speaking and writing in second/third languages are considered an asset

The Perks…

Flexible and accommodating office schedule

Professional development opportunities covered by AUArts SA

Staff appreciation events

$15.00-17.00 per hour based on level of experience

Maximum of 40 hours per month

Apply Now!

If we’ve caught your eye and you’d like to apply for this position send a resume and cover letter that helps us get to know you better, and please also ensure you specify which job you’re applying for and why you think you’d be a good fit for our team.

When my friend told me she had been sexually assaulted, I said the words I knew she most needed tohear: I Believe You, and it’s not your fault. When she was ready, she connected with Alberta’s ONE LINE for Sexual Violence. Their support helped her take the next step toward healing.

Alberta’s ONE LINE for Sexual Violence is a toll-free phone, text, and chat service.
Private and available throughout Alberta.

*Sexual Violence includes (but is not limited to): sexual assault (rape), sexual harassment, child sexual abuse. If you or someone you know has been impacted by sexual violence or you need more information please call, text or chat Alberta’s ONE LINE for Sexual Violence.

This year, the IKG presents work in the gallery and throughout the university by nearly 200 graduating students, including the recipients of the Board of Governors Awards.

Our students are at the core of Calgary’s creative community and each year our graduates go on to transform their fields of endeavour through their creative process, becoming important voices in the worlds of art and design in Calgary and around the world.

Summer’s almost here! ACADSA Plan members have coverage (health, dental, travel) until Aug. 31. Make the most of your summer benefits. For more information visit www.studentcare.ca

Graduating this year? ACADSA Plan members can apply for continuing health & dental coverage. You can apply for the Continuum Plan after graduation even if you opted out of the ACADSA Health Plan! Enrolment info at www.continuumplan.com

The Gracious Gratitude Awards exist to provide some much needed recognition for the hard-working and dedicated students, faculty, administration and staff who make up our community. Congratulations to all the recipients this year! We thank you for being such an outstanding member of the AUArts community.

Recipients: If you were unable to attend the Year End + Gracious Gratitude Award Celebration on April 24 and pick up your award certificate, it is available in the AUArts Students’ Association Office.

The AUArts SA Student Groups program will be continuing to only support current, ratified groups throughout the 2019-20 academic year. As such, intake for new groups has been stopped to ensure AUArts SA can focus on programming priorities. If you were looking to start a new group, you can get involved in other ways, such as participating in an existing group.

Come Work With Us!

Our campus is always evolving at the Alberta University of the Arts, and here you’ll find yourself surrounded by the connoisseurs of Calgary’s contemporary culture. At the AUArts Students’ Association you’ll be working with a group of innovative, quirky, passionate, and hard-working creatives committed to providing AUArts’ student body with unique opportunities to enhance their sense of well-being, develop their professional skills, and establish a strong presence in the culture of the institution. Together, we continuously find ways to build on the strengths of our programs, boost our support services, and advocate for an exceptional student experience.

Be on the pulse of Calgary’s creative community and work with Alberta’s up and coming cultural innovators!

PROGRAM MANAGER

The AUArts SA Program Manager is a 0.75FTE position that supports the development of students by identifying and providing accessible resources, ensuring the successful operations of our programming initiatives, and acting as a liaison between community partners and the student body.

Core Objectives…

The Program Manager contributes to the organization by fulfilling the following objectives:

To create and manage long term goals that develop our programs and support the organization’s strategic direction

To identify and provide accessible resources for the student body to support their growth as leaders in the creative industry.

To supervise assigned team members and support their ability to achieve the objectives of their role.

Major Areas of Responsibility…

Programming

Support the program planning process by providing input on program goals and action plans

Build and enhance working relationships with community partners

Identify potential resources and opportunities that support program and student development

Human Resources

Provide oversight and direction to employees in the operating unit in accordance with the organization’s policies and procedures

Monitor employee performance and provide regular effective feedback

Communications

Work with the communications team to ensure all programs are promoted to all relevant audiences

Finance

Support the development of programming budgets and operating plans

Monitor financial reports to ensure budget targets are being met

Who You Are…

Here at the AUArts SA we’ve worked hard to develop a culture we are proud to be a part of, and if you can say yes to a few of these things you might be proud to be a part of it too…

Equity & Diversity – Are you willing to consciously create room for respectful dialogue surrounding issues of equity and diversity? Pursuing a creative life takes guts! We’ve got a diverse, spunky, progressive, and outspoken community here at AUArts, and we are always looking for ways to self-reflect and incorporate socially just practices in our workplace.

Collaboration & Empowerment – Do you believe in bringing other people up, supporting your co-workers’ success, and finding ways to work together to accomplish your goals? From start to finish we are constantly learning from each other and finding ways to practice gratitude and celebrate the victories, both big and small.

Inspiration & Innovation – Are you excited to put your ideas on the table, take the risk and try something new even if you might fail? We love a good brainstorming session, and are always open to incorporating fresh ideas into our programs and services.

Qualifications…

Education background with a focus on the arts, non-profit studies, business administration and management, or other related areas considered an asset

Experience and interest in non-profit artist run culture, program development, youth empowerment, and business or arts administration

Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of diverse communities

Experience in implementing evaluation methods and reporting on outcomes

Solid organizational, time, and budget management skills

Highly competent skills in the use of office software and social media platforms such as Word, Excel, Facebook, Adobe Creative Suite and WordPress

Speaking and writing in second/third languages are considered an asset

The Perks…

Flexible and accommodating office schedule and ability to occasionally work from home

Shorter working hours during the summer months

Professional development opportunities covered by the Association

Staff appreciation events

Competitive salary and benefits coverage

Paid time off during the winter holidays, and plenty of vacation and flex days

Apply Now!

If we’ve caught your eye and you’d like to apply for this position send a resume and cover letter that helps us get to know you better. Please also ensure you specify which job you’re applying for, and why you think you’d be a good fit for our team.

The AUArts Students’ Association is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity. We thank all candidates for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Join us Thursday, April 25th, 8PM at Oak Tree Tavern for the launch of the first Marion Nicoll Gallery (MNG) catalogue! This catalogue features MNG exhibitions from the 2017-18 academic year and includes an opening statement by the MNG Coordinator. We look forward to celebrating this publication with you!

A digital copy of the catalogue will be made available to view online after the event.

Please join your fellow AUArts Community members for some tasty snacks and beverages as we honour those retiring this year to explore a new chapter in their creative lives.

As well, AUArts SA is proud to present the 2019 Gracious Gratitude Awards, which provides some much needed recognition for the hard-working and dedicated students, faculty, administration and staff who make up our community.

Know someone who goes above and beyond their role to improve the AUArts community? Is there someone who always puts a smile on your face? Someone who is happy to lend a helping hand? All nominations for the Gracious Gratitude Award will be awarded a certificate and student nominees will be put into a prize draw. You can submit multiple nominations for multiple people in any of the categories, but please only submit nominations for each individual once on your own.

April 10, 2019 marks the International Day of Pink. It is a day where communities across the country, and across the world, can unite in celebrating diversity and raising awareness to stop homophobia, transphobia, transmisogyny, and all forms of bullying.

The International Day of Pink was started in Nova Scotia when 2 straight high school students saw a gay student wearing a pink shirt being bullied. The 2 students intervened, but wanted to do more to prevent homophobic & transphobic bullying. They decided to purchase pink shirts, and a few days later got everyone at school to arrive wearing pink, standing in solidarity. The result was that an entire school took a stand and began working together to prevent homophobic & transphobic bullying.

The message was clear: anyone can bully, any can be victimized by bullying, but together we can stop it.

Each year on the second Wednesday of April, millions of people wear pink and take a stand. The Day of Pink is a symbol, a spark, that empowers and inspires youth across Canada to create amazing social change!

Thank you for this year! Thank you for exploring, discovering and developing our AUArts SA community! You are an integral voice! Continue to discover and to get involved! What you think, what you create, what you say matters! The Executive Committee created a slogan this year within AUArts SA… Positive Gossip! Let’s continue to move forward into the end of this term and onward with these good vibes.

The EC and SLC has been invested this year to being leaders within our student community, addressing concerns and queries that arise. Recently, Student Open Forums took place, in collaboration with VCD chair Scott Cressman. These gatherings were a big success, offering students the platform to speak freely and address any feedback and concerns they had in an inclusive environment. If you have additional feedback, please contact your SLC representative. This is an initiative that will continue next year, each semester around midterms.

Further to Advocacy: your EC was an integral part of an ad-hoc committee (with ASEC) to speak up at Parliament regarding a higher standardization within the Sexual Violence policies on a provincial level. The EC is invested in ensuring that our policy captures a safe and secure survivor-centric stand-alone policy that reflects our small and diverse community. Your safety is of the utmost importance! On our website, we have launched a page designated for statistics about sexual violence as well as a list of resources that are accessible and safe spaces for anyone, include communities such as LGBTQ2+. It can be found at: www.acadsa.ca/sexual-violence-awareness.

AUArts launched the SAFE App, which has a plethora of valuable tools re: crisis alerts, emergency contacts, reporting and much more!

This time of year can be challenging, try not to feel the burn. Be sure to take time for YOU: healthy eating, hydrating, sleeping and enjoying this sunny weather so that you can be present and your best at those panel crits!

Congratulations to our upcoming graduates!! Let’s celebrate all that we have shared together on campus! We wish our graduates all the best!

For those of us returning this Fall, take the time to utilize Spring courses to lighten your Fall/Winter semesters and potentially have more time focused on studio classes (classes start in May)!

If you missed our recent Elections and have an interest in being involved, please get in touch with us! We will hold a by-election in the Fall of 2019 for the remaining SLC / EC positions! Please get in touch with us: you can find information about AUArts SA, our staff and committee members at www.auarts-sa.ca/about. Stay up to date on what is happening at the Students’ Association, check out News and Events on our website (www.auarts-sa.ca / www.acadsa.ca) and follow us on Facebook and Instagram @AUArts.SA.

“T-minus 8 days until the provincial election ends. Advanced polling stations are up and you’ll find one on SAIT’s campus: SAITSA Campus Centre V206- Trojan Boardroom, Tuesday April 9-Thurs April 11, 9am-5pm and SAIT Stan Grad Centre – Irene Lewis Atrium, April 12, 9am-5pm. Voting at the advanced polling stations will allow you to vote at any station outside of your riding, so if you live far away from your polling station this is the best time to vote! Also, pre-registering for voting will alleviate the need to provide photo ID.

Wednesday April 10th – AUArts SA and Apathy is Boring will be in the main mall where you’ll have the opportunity to find more information regarding the parties that are be running in this election. Come by and visit us, pick up some swag and have some popcorn, and make sure and vote on April 16th! (or before that).”

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Upcoming AUArts SA Events and Deadlines

Mètamorphe: Hear/d Residency Exhibition

WHEN: April 3 – 17, 2019

RECEPTION: Thursday, April 11, 2019 (6pm – 8pm)

WHERE: Main Mall at Alberta University of the Arts

The Alberta University of the Arts Students’ Association (AUArts SA) Hear/d Residency program is proud to present Mètamorphe.

Artists:

Jamie Russett

Yuii Savage

Andrea Engele

Haley Eyre

Alexa Bunnell

Fiona Couillard

Jenna Van Buekenhout

Alena Martin

Kaylee Jordan

Christina Bennett

The Hear/d Residency is a pilot, peer support project developed by the Students’ Association of AUArts. The program focuses on the central theme of resilience, relating to the journey of mental health issues experienced by many post-secondary students.

Drawing on this theme, the Hear/d Residency program invites participants to explore these concerns which affect post-secondary students in an innovative way. Through group discussion, reflection, individual studio time, and critiques, this residency provides a platform for a diversity of creative activity that aims to raise awareness and de-stigmatize mental health on campus.

We Are Hiring! Jobs on Campus! We are hiring a Marion Nicoll Gallery(MNG) Coordinator and Bartenders. For more information about the hours of work, wages, job descriptions, and how to apply make sure you check out the postings at www.acadsa.ca/work-for-acadsa/.

Application Deadline: April 15, 2019

Gracious Gratitude Award Nominations Needed

The AUArts Students’ Association Executive Committee and Student Leadership Council is proud to present the ‘Gracious Gratitude Awards’. Do you know someone who goes above and beyond their role to improve the AUArts community? Is there someone who always puts a smile on your face? Someone who is happy to lend a helping hand?

Help contribute to an acknowledgement of excellence and outstanding contribution within the AUArts community! Nominate your colleagues, fellow students, favourite instructors, technicians etc. today. The four categories for nominations: students, faculty, administration, and staff (includes: cafeteria staff, bookstore, library, maintenance, security, etc.) All nominations for the Gracious Gratitude Award will be awarded a certificate and student nominees will be put into a prize draw. Certificates and the prize draw winner will be announced at the AUArts Year End Party April 24, 4 – 6 PM at the AUArts Cafeteria.

It is almost time for us to celebrate the end of the academic year and thank you all for your hard work! You are invited to AUArts + AUArts SA Year-End + Gracious Gratitude Award Celebration.

Please join your fellow AUArts Community members for some tasty snacks and beverages as we honour those retiring this year to explore a new chapter in their creative lives. As well, AUArts SA is proud to present the 2019 Gracious Gratitude Awards, which provides some much needed recognition for the hard-working and dedicated students, faculty, administration and staff who make up our community. RSVP for the event by emailing communications@auarts.ca

Health + Dental Plan Coverage

Summer’s almost here! ACADSA Plan members have coverage (health, dental, travel) until Aug. 31. Make the most of your summer benefits. For more information visit www.studentcare.ca

Graduating this year? ACADSA Plan members can apply for continuing health & dental coverage. You can apply for the Continuum Plan after graduation even if you opted out of the ACADSA Health Plan! Enrolment info at www.continuumplan.com

Show + Sale Cheque Pick Up

Congratulations on another successful Show + Sale! Those who participated this semester can expect their sales cheques to be ready for pick up on Thursday, April 18. Please come by the AUArts SA office during our regular office hours (Tuesday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.) to get yours! If you have questions, please email careers.acadsa@auarts.ca

To help artists and art advocates make informed decisions in the 2019 provincial election, The Alberta Partners for Arts & Culture reached out to the political parties currently represented in the Alberta Legislature to talk about their Art & Culture policies.

The Hear/d Residency is a pilot, peer support project developed by the Students’ Association of AUArts. The program focuses on the central theme of resilience, relating to the journey of mental health issues experienced by many post-secondary students.

Drawing on this theme, the Hear/d Residency program invites participants to explore these concerns which affect post-secondary students in an innovative way. Through group discussion, reflection, individual studio time, and critiques, this residency provides a platform for a diversity of creative activity that aims to raise awareness and de-stigmatize mental health on campus.